Delphia Howze is a forward-thinking Human Resources and Inclusive Leadership executive with more than 20 years of experience helping organizations maximize human potential to build high-performing, engaged, and inclusive workplace cultures. She is widely recognized as an Inclusion Strategist, known for her ability to translate inclusive leadership principles into actionable strategies that drive organizational success. Her areas of expertise include HR strategy, leadership development, employee engagement, talent development, mentoring and coaching, AAP programs, and immigration processes.

Throughout her career, Delphia has partnered with senior leaders and key stakeholders to shape and deliver people strategies that align with business priorities while fostering environments where individuals feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. She is the CEO and Founder of D. Howze Solutions, LLC, where she advises leaders on building inclusive leadership capabilities that strengthen culture and performance. She also serves as the inaugural Chief Engagement Officer for a large-scale national laboratory.

Delphia’s experience spans multiple industries, including retail, banking, energy, trucking and logistics, consulting, and higher education. She has contributed her expertise as a leader expert panel member with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and served as President of SHRM of Tompkins County. Her commitment to developing future leaders is reflected in her work as an adjunct professor, where she teaches human resources, leadership, and business principles.

Delphia holds a BA from the University of Pittsburgh, an MBA from Point Park University, and a Project Management Certification from Villanova University. She maintains her PHR certification through HRCI and holds SHRM-CP certification through SHRM.